— Mathematical Statistics I

Prerequisites & course information

This version has ended; see updated course, below. Course Description: First part of three-quarter sequence on mathematical statistics. Emphasizes foundations. Topics include basic concepts in asymptotic theory, decision theory, and an overview of methods of point estimation. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. STA 231A — Mathematical Statistics I (4 units) Course Description: First part of three-quarter sequence on mathematical statistics. Emphasizes foundations. Topics include basic concepts in asymptotic theory, decision theory, and an overview of methods of point estimation. Prerequisite(s): STA 131A ; STA 131B ; STA 131C ; MAT 025; MAT 125A; or equivalent of MAT 025 and MAT 125A. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Spring Quarter 2027. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. STA 231A — Mathematical Statistics I (4 units) Course Description: First part of three-quarter sequence on mathematical statistics. Emphasizes foundations. Topics include basic concepts in asymptotic theory, decision theory, and an overview of methods of point estimation. Prerequisite(s): STA 131A ; STA 131B ; STA 131C ; MAT 025; MAT 125A; or equivalent of MAT 025 and MAT 125A. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Spring Quarter 2027.